Welcome to EverLog Systems, the best way to build a log and timber home.
- Maintenance free
- Light-weight
- Fire resistant
- Resistant to mold and other decay
- Resistant to insects
- Easy to install with common tools and screws
- Provides a variety of other benefits
Installation of our EverLog Board & Batten Siding is simple and can be completed by any contractor or do-it-yourselfer. In conjunction with our full installation guide, this video will show you how easy installation can be.
EverLog Siding comes pre-finished and is packaged in durable crates. A forklift is required to unload crates from the trailer. Contact EverLog Systems for crate weight and forklift recommendations. Also reference our EverLog Siding crate handling and siding removal instruction manual that will be included with the shipment. The crates should be placed on level ground with 2×4 blocks under the front to provide a slight tilt from front to back.
Partially remove the top screws using the T-30 bit included with the delivery, and carefully set the lid aside. Partially remove front screws on both right and left end panels, fully remove screws from the front bottom front panel, and reserve for re-assembly. Carefully lay the front panel down.
Using two people, carefully tilt the siding up and lift it on edge, always carrying panels on edge. Place packaging foam in a safe place until the crate is empty, at which point the foam can be placed back into the crate before closing the crate up in reverse order of disassembly. Crates containing corners or other custom components may have additional bulkhead screws that need to be removed prior to removing the face panel.
Installation requires a few common tools. A four-and-one-half-inch electric angle grinder and accompanying four-and-one-half-inch masonry blade are recommended for most, if not all, cutting. A hole saw may also be needed for round cuts, such as dryer vents or plumbing penetrations. A high-speed cordless drill or two with extra batteries is also recommended. EverLog Systems recommends using GRK Cabinet® Screws along with the companion HSS Bit Holder, also made by GRK, to ease installation.
As with any construction task, proper safety and protection equipment such as safety eye and ear protection, respirators, and gloves should be used at all times when handling and cutting concrete materials.
Install and secure HSS Bit Holder into the drill; refer to GRK instructions for the bit holder’s adjustment instructions. Place the Cabinet® screw onto the bit holder and press against the panel flange; the magnetic bit holder will secure the screw during driving.
Using a high-speed setting, drive the self-tapping screw into the center of the flange, a minimum of two inches from the end. Speed should be reduced just before setting the screw snugly against the siding flange, taking care not to over-tighten. Repeat the process taking care to hit the stud locations. Panels should be spaced one-eighth inch apart end to end and end to corners to allow for expansion and contraction. All butt joints should be factory end to factory end with cuts placed against corners or other trim.
Because EverLog Siding comes in stock twelve-foot lengths, it will need to be cut to fit. Measure the length of siding needed, again allowing for a one-eighth inch gap on ends. Mark length needed on siding; a template tool can be made to automate markings for square or pitched cuts. Mark the siding with a clearly visible line. Place blocking under the siding to allow four and one-half-inch masonry blade to penetrate through the siding. Once safety equipment is in place and clear of obstructions, begin cutting the siding. Hold the angle grinder securely and parallel to the cut, after cutting brush dust from the surface of the siding using a soft-bristled nylon brush. Each profile of the siding is cut using similar methods.
Please call EverLog Systems at 877.257.5647 with any questions and refer to our siding installation guide.
EverLog Concrete Log Siding Photo Gallery
Board and Batten Siding is a siding style that combines alternating wide “Boards” and more narrow “Battens” that are installed vertically. At EverLog Systems, we produce a much wider Batten for a more robust and rustic timber look and feel.
Board and Batten Siding is a nice visual transition from horizontal siding and is most often used as a vertical accent in either a gable or dormer. However, our concrete Board and Batten Siding is extremely versatile and very popular when applied to the entire structure. Our clients also enjoy the benefits of a worry-free, Class A Fire Rated concrete product that (like all our EverLog products) is designed and built to last for generations.
Board and Batten Siding is not a new style, but it has recently become one of the most popular exterior siding choices, particularly for homeowners who want to have a traditional log cabin look. EverLog board and batten siding can be incorporated into new construction projects and older home exterior renovations alike. It not only looks amazing but, as with all our worry-free concrete products, EverLog Board and Batten Siding eliminate the high cost and continuous maintenance requirements of natural wood products. Our board and batten siding also has the added benefit of offering superior fire protection and lower insurance premiums for those living in wildfire-prone areas.
How to Order EverLog Systems Board and Batten Siding
We would be happy to estimate materials for you based on a set of plans. Give us a call at 877.257.5647 or send us your plans and let us know you’re interested in the EverLog Board and Batten Siding.
Available Board and Batten Siding Profiles And Colors
Our Board & Batten siding is manufactured to look as rustic as possible with an 11.5-inch Board and a 4-inch batten. When installed, one pair of board and batten siding covers 12 square feet of wall space. Below are photos of our standard colors that are available however, we can also custom color or color match if desired.
Board and Batten Siding Options
EVERLOG Board and Batten Siding: Color Options
To compliment your design and style of home we offer a standard range of log siding colors but our finishing system is so flexible can customize any wood color and log home stain you can imagine. Chinking is available in many colors from the manufacturer to accentuate and enhance the beauty of your dream home as well.
Custom colors are available for an additional fee; contact EverLog Systems for pricing.*Very slight color variation may occur from one production batch to another. Lighting and time of day may alter colors from those shown in the project photo galleries.
Take a look at our Photo Gallery for more color and design ideas.
Take a look at our Board And Batten Siding Photo Gallery for more color and design ideas
To compliment your design and style of home we offer a standard range of log siding colors but our finishing system is so flexible can customize any wood color and log home stain you can imagine. Chinking is available in many colors from the manufacturer to accentuate and enhance the beauty of your dream home as well.
Take a look at our Photo Gallery for more color and design ideas.